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Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora!

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Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81283 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Elora, ON
  • Elora SkyRider Zipline
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Zipline Extreme
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Elora Gorge Conservation Area
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 King Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora!

Newly-renovated church with 14-foot vaulted ceilings, large stained glass windows & decor from around the world. A one of a kind stay (see guest comments). Ideal location. 2-minute walk to The Elora mill, restaurants and the Elora Gorge hiking trail. 1,200 square feet of living space. Sleeping spaces are private and living spaces are open concept. Perfect for wedding parties, families and group getaways.

The Space
Open concept living. Large living room (comfortably seats 8). Full kitchen, 8-person dining room table. 1.5 bathrooms.

Room 1
Luxurious King and queen bunk bed. The room looks onto the living room and dining room. Sleeps 4 people.

Room 2
A traditional private bedroom. Private room with closet and chair. Double bed sleeps 2 people.

Room 3
A loft space that sits above the private room accessible by a safe and super accessible ladder. Head room to floor is 42-inches. Twin bed sleeps 1-2 adults. 2-smaller people.

Room 4
Queen bed that back onto downstairs living room. Sleeps 2 persons.

Room 5
Traditional room. Double bed. Sleeps 2-persons.

Additional Sleeping Areas
- Sofa. 1-person
- Two oversized chairs that recline into beds. 2 people
- Blow up queen mattress. 2 people

The property features outdoor areas designed for relaxing downtime. Guests enjoy a private gazeebo that backs on to a private fenced in yard.

The large flagstone in-ground fire pit is available for rent (see photos). We provide wood, fire starter kit, blankets, marshmallows & cooking utensils! Choose morning (8-11AM), noon (12-3PM) or evening (7-10PM) booking windows. Cost is $75 / 3-hour booking window. Fee covers wood, set up & cleaning. If interested message us stating booking date & window you would like to reserve. Reservations are first come first serve!

Questions? Shoot us a note and we’ll be sure to reply.

Property manager

Mark

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Elora

Located in Elora, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Elora Gorge Conservation Area and Elora Quarry Conservation Area reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Zipline Extreme and Conestogo River Horseback Adventures. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Elora, ON

What's nearby

  • Elora Mews Shops - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elora SkyRider Zipline - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Zipline Extreme - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Elora Gorge Conservation Area - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Grand River Raceway - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Guelph Central Station - 25 min drive
  • Kitchener, ON (YKF-Region of Waterloo Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dq Grill & Chill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grand River Raceway - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tim Hortons - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Outpost Bottle Shop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Elora Mill Inn - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! ?

As of Apr 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! on May 19, 2025 start from CA $435.51, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Own Oasis In Downtown Elora! located?

Located in the heart of Elora, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Elora Mews Shops, Elora Centre For The Arts and Elora SkyRider Zipline. Zipline Extreme and Elora Gorge Conservation Area are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Yarubi

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Buddha Lives Here

Our stay in this quiet & meditative environment was a pleasure for our group of 5 multi-generational adults. Our conversations with Mark were welcoming, informative & pleasant. The space was interestingly decorated in Zen Buddhist themes reminiscent of our shared times trekking in Nepal & Bhutan. The facilities were clean, comfortable and welcoming. Laneway parking was a real benefit as was the sideyard gazebo & neighbourhood park, both of which were remarkable mosquito free. Great proximity by foot to downtown Elora even for a recent hip replacement guest. The Asian aesthetic was further enriched by an outdoor karate club awards ceremony open to the public in the adjacent park. A pleasant quiet respite for a stay during a hectic University of Guelph alumni weekend visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Great Stay

This was our second time staying here and it was just as good as the first time. The photos and information regarding the rental are spot on and the owners Mark and Nerine were very easy to get a hold of and answered all of our questions. Will be booking again for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

In good shape, well appointed. Comfortable. 5 of us fit well. Cooked, ate, watched hockey.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect spot for a weekend getaway

There were 4 of us for a women's weekend and this was the perfect spot. The King bed is right in the main living space with a double bunk above it, a separate bedroom with a double bed and another loft style bunk above that. So you have to be willing to sleep in the open area. Otherwise, this is a gem! It used to be a small church at one time so the stained glass windows are beautiful when the sun shines on them in the morning. The decor is bohemian style and very interesting. We loved the huge dining table and a lovely living space with a big screen smart TV. The kitchen has more than everything you need. Found it a bit strange to have two small "bar" fridges and a wine fridge rather than just one full size fridge, so we used our cooler for a bunch of our food. There were ice cube trays in one of the little freezers but someone's frozen food in the other freezer so we just left it. It all worked out. There are two bathrooms too, which is nice. The location is the best part! You are 30 seconds from the main street with its lovely shops. And turn left out the front door and there is a park at the end of the street for viewing the gorge. We ate at the Elora Brewery for dinner and they had live music! A very fun atmosphere and good food. It was too cold to use the fire pit patio out back but would be nice in the summer months. Thanks Mark for dropping by for extra hand towels. I would book this again for a girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

deb m.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Interesting spot

Look at the photos closely for layout. 1 self-contained bedroom off kitchen. One bed at the end of the living room, separated by decorative divider. 3rd “bedroom” is a double mattress on the floor above that self-contained room(loft)/up the ladder (with the ceiling so low you must stay on your knees). Realistically, the place sleeps 6 if pairs are sharing beds More than 5 guests at the house get charged extra per.When our numbers changed, they were willing to refund a portion of the $, which I appreciated. There was a hiccup with check-in that we were told was unusual, but they couldn't hide their irritation-- even though it was not our fault (they didn't know we were coming and had to scramble to get the place ready). I was irritated when they didn’t answer my calls or texts when I was parked out front calling for the code to get in.He told me he doesn’t answer his phone. If that’s the case, then give out a different phone number or text me a response. Don't leave me hanging. I went up and tried to open the door, and that's when I found them inside and they explained what was happening. They quickly cleaned the place but didn’t make the bed up the ladder so when I got back from my event, I needed to make the bed. I know if you read the other reviews, you will see that usually things are great, so this was likely a one-off problem. They did offer some $$ back to fix, but the inconvenience and the energy at check in was a bummer
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianne E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and host.

Six of us came to Elora for a wedding and stayed at this great downtown location. It was super close to the Elora Foundry and Granary where the reception was held. The next morning another sibling joined us for breakfast and the eight of us hung out and had a mini reunion. We would definitely recommend this spot to anyone. Very charming and close to all amenities. Thank you Mark for your attentiveness.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent stay in a perfect location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September Stay

Stayed here for a wedding at The Mill. Very short walk to the Mill, and plenty of other shops/ restaurants. Mark went above and beyond to ensure we had a smooth check-in and sleeping arrangements for our group of 8. I would highly recommend booking here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Loree M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A truly unique house

The house has been described as "Bohemian". That is an accurate description. The furnishing are unlike anything we've ever seen. Mark was helpful and easy to contact. The location is perfect for strolls through town and hikes along the gorge. We recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Creatively beautiful decor. Appreciated havng bathroms. Fresh cupcakes as a welcome gift.

Perfect location for exploring nature (Elora Gorge) and boutiques, restaurants, etc. Walking distance to almost everything! Large Smart tv playing you tube music. Full-sized stove and oven. 2 bathrooms. lots of room for our whole family and occasional visitors over the wedding weekkend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee-Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and unique

Elora was more crowded than we expected, and it made parking a challenge but the house was lovely. Good location, extremely well equipped kitchen and very comfortable beds
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very unique decor but, perfect space for our group of 7. Very accommodating and kind hosts. Right beside a bunch of shops and restaurants. We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Elora Getaway

This property was exactly what you see online. There is plenty of room, very clean and a great location. Mark and Nerine were both extremely easy to get a hold of when we had questions. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun stay next to the main street!

Had a great stay here. The place is nicely decorated (and a little quirky, in a good way, with the Indian theme) and most importantly, steps from the main street and close to hiking paths. A minor note, only 1 bed is in its own enclosed space. The 2nd bed is in the main room with the kitchen, dining table, and tv. That wasn't obvious to us from the photos. There is a room divider to provide some privacy but if your group tends to get up at different times, they will likely wake up the people on the 2nd bed from the activity in the kitchen/ common area. Nevertheless, was a wonderful stay and the hosts were easy to get ahold of and welcomed us with delicious butter tarts! She even brought a fresh loaf of bread from the local bakery midway through our stay. What a nice touch. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful details

Mark was very responsive and so helpful. Our group of women getting together for a reunion appreciated the sleeping options and found the kitchen well appointed. The decor was a delight that continued to offer new surprises. Yoga with Nerine was also a perfect addition to our weekend. Fantastic weekend retreat!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Wonderful property with character but every convenience. Well located with great stores and restaurants but also everything you need to make a great meal for yourself. The open concept was great for our family - the 14-year-old loved the loft bed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra G., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote working from Elora

Silver lining to the past couple of years, we now have the ability to work remotely. For 2 weeks, we made Elora and this lovely property our home base. The location was amazing, the hosts were so helpful and the wifi is great! While the space can technically handle many more people, for an extended period of time it was great to have the extra living space. My only recommendation would be to install a few extra hooks to hang clothes. We were also very appreciative of the extended stay and new listing discounts. The converted church is quite unique- which is what caught our attention. At one end of the street we were at the Gorge and walked the trails and the other end we were right downtown enjoying the restaurants, shops and delicious bakeries. Even visited Elora spa for a decadent manicure. Thank you for a wonderful home away from home!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Congyi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place at downtown Elora

A beautiful house in a beautiful town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Great location, house and hosts. We were in Elora to attend a wedding at Elora Mill. The Mill, Main Street and park all short walks. Booked both the upper and lower apartments for 6 adults all with their own bed but could have easily accommodated more. Our hosts were there upon arrival and departure. Very kind, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we lived closer to stay more often

We absolutely LOVED this unique stay in Elora. The place was spotless, exactly as described and pictured, and the owners were so kind and helpful. They even left us a nice welcome. It was perfect. I would stay here every month if we lived closer. I fell in love with Elora and this is the perfect place to stay. It’s 1 block from the middle of town, there’s a playground across the street, and it’s a short walk to the gorge. One of my all time favorite short term rentals!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brother trip to Centre Wellington

My two brothers and I had a great time in the area, and really appreciated everything about Mark's VRBO home. It was such an unusual and bohemian place you can't help by relax as soon as you walk in. Very well appointed and super clean. The location was great and it was very easy to walk to lots of local shops and restaurants. I can't recommend staying here enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mark

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Hello! We are Nerine & Mark. For the past 20-years we have been avid travelers that look for healthy and unique getaways. We saw potential in converting this calm and peaceful space into a special experience for visitors to Elora. The property sits on one the largest lots in downtown Elora with very large trees. Many species of birds can be seen and heard. Over the last 2-years outdoor areas including a large in ground fire pit, gazebo and gardens have been added affording guests perfect recharge zones. We know how important guest communication is. We are always standing by and are sure to assist on whatever is needed!

Why they chose this property

The property is perfectly portioned. Walk to the Gorge in 2-min. Find a coffee shop in 2-min. Enjoy the quiet park directly across the street. Walk to your wedding at the Mill in 2-min.

What makes this property unique

Our mission was designing a space that regenerates guests. There simply is no property or space in downtown Elora like this property.

Our mission was designing a space that recognizes the property's legacy to Elora both inside and out. Our goal when bringing things to life was creating relaxing and social experiences that regenerate guests. 6-large original stained glass church windows bring calm light in. 14-foot ceilings create a feeling of freedom & luxury. Comfortable oversized furniture and high end entertainment systems ensure movie nights are epic.

We love to cook. The kitchen is fully equipped. An Island is positioned next to the kitchen ensuring cooks and guests are social.

Two washrooms are positioned at the front entrance ensuring privacy to those using washrooms and quiet for those sleeping.

We take great pride in providing memorable stays for our guests. Our goal is to ensure guest return! Expect a clean stay with very comfortable linens.


We pride ourselves in great communication. So feel free to ask us for whatever you need!

Two washrooms ensures guest comfort.

We take great pride in providing memorable stays for our guests. Our goal is to have have you back each year! Expect a clean and comfortable stay.

We pride ourselves in great communication. So feel free to ask us for whatever you need!

What makes this property unique for families?
- Trust our ratings. Guests love this space as it brings people together through its grand unique charm.
- Formerly a church newly renovated space is unlike any space you've seen.
- Best location in Elora. Outdoor spaces like no other in downtown Elora. Walk to Gorge, Mill or downtown in 1-min. Park directly accross the street.
- Perfect for staying in and making meals or BBQ's
- Largest fire pit in Elora!
- Outdoor gazeebo

Languages:

English